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IRS rule requiring tax returns for coronavirus checks sparks pushback
The IRS is requiring retired seniors, people drawing disability and other groups to file a “simple” tax return in order to receive their one-time...
Entertainment
Samuel L. Jackson reads his new book ‘Stay the F**k at...
A few years ago, Samuel L. Jackson delighted his fans when he infamously read Adam Mansbach and Ricardo Cortés children’s book for adults...
True Blue
How ‘the Rona’ specifically impacts the Black community
The last few weeks have started to feel like a scene from one of those dystopian Netflix movies where the world is on the...
Why Black & Brown Bernie Sanders supporters need to hold his campaign accountable
This past week, Bernie Sanders' campaign got an undeniable boost after he won the caucuses in Nevada. It made him the first candidate (from...
What the response to Gayle King’s Lisa Leslie interview reveals about “dragging culture”
Last month, I had the painful task of writing about Kobe Bryant and the impact that his unexpected and untimely death appeared to be...
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Opinion
Wayne Brady has found himself in a pretty unique living situation as he is sharing his quarantine time with his ex-wife and her boyfriend.
Living life under quarantine isn’t easy for anyone but some folks are struggling through it more...
T.C. Carson who played the character of Kyle Barker on Living Single is revealing why he really left the show and how Warner Bros really treated the cast as opposed to their white counterparts.
Monday, while speaking to Comedy Hype,...
Living
Samuel L. Jackson reads his new book ‘Stay the F**k at Home’
A few years ago, Samuel L. Jackson delighted his fans when he infamously read ...
Vanessa Bryant shares Kobe’s book ‘The Wizenard: Season One’
Vanessa Bryant is still her husband's biggest fan even after his tragic death. On Tuesday,...
Essence Fest 2020 postponed due to coronavirus pandemic
Essence Fest 2020 becomes the latest event forced to switch gears due to the coronavirus...
NYC subway operator and father of 2 dies a hero saving lives
When flames erupted MTA operator Garrett Goble jumped into action, helping guide subway passengers to safety before he disappeared into the smoke-filled tunnel. Goble, a six-year veteran of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority that operates New York's subway system, died of a coronary arrest as a hero.
California Rep. Barbara Lee moves to block evictions amid coronavirus pandemic
Democratic U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee of Oakland and Rep. Jesus "Chuy" Garcia of Chicago have banded together to block landlords from evicting tenants in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
Sports
Carmelo Anthony recalls LeBron James saving his life in near drowning
Carmelo Anthony did an Instagram Live with Dwyane Wade and said the LeBron James once saved his life while vacationing in the Bahamas.
Ex-NFL player trades in helmet for scrubs to combat COVID-19
Dr. Myron Rolle, the former NFL defensive back, is now a medical doctor helping to treat patients suffering from the coronavirus.
Future, Stephon Marbury and more celebs donate face masks to hospital workers
While the world continues to pray for the coronavirus crisis to end, several celebs such...
Trump allegedly calls Alex Rodriguez for coronavirus tips
A reporter from ABC News tweets that President Trump, allegedly telephoned former New York Yankee Alex Rodriguez for his thoughts on how the White House is handling the national emergency.
Hoda Kotb breaks down on ‘Today’ show over coronavirus donation
Hoda Kotb couldn’t hold back the ugly cry this morning on Today as she interviewed New Orleans Saints quarterback, Drew Brees, about his $5 million donation to Louisiana to help combat coronavirus cases.
Business
SheaMoisture announces $1M fund for minority entrepreneurs hurt by COVID-19
SheaMoisture is stepping up to support women of color entrepreneurs and has announced a $1...
Marc Lamont Hill looks for support as bookstore closes amid COVID-19
Many Black-owned businesses are facing unforeseen circumstances as the coronavirus pandemic continues to make an...
50 + Black businesses to support during the coronavirus pandemic
Life for Black entrepreneurs in the U.S. has changed overnight. For many, the harsh realities...
Texas bar sued for denying Black man entry for wearing Air Jordans
A Black man from Philadelphia who was visiting Fort Worth, Texas on spring break in...
Amazon suspends all shipments to warehouses except medical products
Amazon has temporarily halted non-essential warehouse shipments from independent suppliers as a result of the...
